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Robert Aramayo Wins BAFTA Amid Controversial Ceremony Outbursts

4/20/2026

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At the 2026 BAFTA Awards, Robert Aramayo won Best Actor for 'I Swear' and received a BAFTA for rising star, a surprise since he was not among the star-studded nominees.
Aramayo portrays John Davidson, a Scottish activist with Tourette’s syndrome, in 'I Swear'.
Davidson's audible outbursts during the ceremony, including a racist slur, sparked backlash and debate about media responsibility.
The BBC admitted breaching editorial standards in the broadcast.

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At the 2026 BAFTA Awards, Robert Aramayo won Best Actor for 'I Swear' and received a BAFTA for rising star, a surprise since he was not among the star-studded nominees.
Aramayo portrays John Davidson, a Scottish activist with Tourette’s syndrome, in 'I Swear'.
Davidson's audible outbursts during the ceremony, including a racist slur, sparked backlash and debate about media responsibility.
The BBC admitted breaching editorial standards in the broadcast.